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Romance your valentine with a sultry tenor There is nothing that can pierce your Kathy. “Brickman invited Mark to soul more than music. A timeless tour with him across the US in art, people have been making 2008 and 2009, which led melodic sounds and capturing to Mark being signed to the hearts and souls of listenGreen Hill, distributed ers for as long as anyone by EMI Music Canada. can remember. Almost no While touring with Jim, one knows this better than Mark has treated audiKamloops Symphony ences both to his rengeneral manager Kathy ditions of Jim’s popuHumphries who comes lar radio hits, but also into contact with beautiful to his spine tingling music on a daily basis. vocals on Italian art This year for Valentine’s songs such as ‘Caruso’. Day, Kathy is extremely exThe Boston Globe decited to be able to introduce scribes him as ‘…meltKamloopsians to vocal sensaing the hearts of female aution Mark Masri, who will melt dience members like warm your heart through your ears with chocolate.’ and The Cincinnati his array of beautiful songs just for Enquirer says ‘Caruso’ ‘thrilled such an occasion. the audience’. Steven Reineke, one of America’s foremost Pops Orchestra “The Kamloops Symphony presents Romancing the Tenor,” explains Kathy. “Featurconductors says: ‘Mark Masri is one of ing songs of love for Valentine’s Day, chosen those rare finds with an astounding and sento kindle the fires of romance and delivered with suous tenor voice, wonderful poise and warm silken style by guest entertainer Mark Masri. With the stage presence, not to mention his movie star good voice of an angel, the looks of a heartthrob and the soul looks. He is one of my new favorite singers that I will of an artist, Masri is poised to become Canada’s next vocal work with time and time again!’” EY fr earlug Jan 12.indd 1 sensation, and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this If you want to warm the heart of your Valentine this FebKamloops Symphony performance promises a fabulous evening ruary, take them to see a show they will not soon forget. Take for you and that someone special. ” them to see Romancing the Tenor hosted by the Kamloops SymAlthough Mark hails from Eastern Canada, American audiences have phony here at the Sagebrush Theatre. With a beautiful set featuring been discovering for the past two years what Canadians are about to find songs like Careless Whisper, Do I Love You, Con Te Partiro, Caruso, out: Masri’s soulful tenor is one of the finest voices of his generation, Truly and more, it cannot be beat. Romancing the Tenor is happening and coupled with his tall, dark and handsome appeal, he is poised for both Friday and Saturday, February 10 and 11 at the Sagebrush Theatre, international stardom. show time at 7:30pm. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office “In 2008, Mark was introduced to Jim Brickman, by Canadian hit- 250-374-LIVE (5483). maker Amy Sky, a frequent collaborator of both artists,” continues Tanya Orozco, freelance
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February is Heart Month in Kamloops
Join the City of Kamloops in celebrating the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Heart Month campaign with events going on throughout February: Skate Your Heart Out: On February 11, attend a Valentine’s Day Skate with great prizes for those who dress up in their best pink and red outfit. This toonie event will take place at Brock Arena from 2:15 to 4:00 pm. All proceeds raised will benefit the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Also, the City of Kamloops recently purchased 12 new ‘Ice Scooters’. These skating aids can be used by all ages and are a great tool for building skills and confidence on the ice. Put Your Heart Into It! Attend two City of Kamloops fitness classes per week each week in February and enter to win a draw prize. Draw box and ballots available at the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC). CBC Live Right Now: The City of Kamloops is striving to become the Live Right Now Capital of Canada as part of the Live Right Now initiative by CBC. Residents can track all they are doing to stay healthy and active through CBC’s Live Right Now application on Facebook at apps.facebook.com/ liverightnow, and contribute to Kamloops being named the Live Right Now Capital. Pickleball Drop-in: Throughout February, pickleball drop-in will take place on the TCC track to promote regular physical activity for heart and stroke prevention. All proceeds go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Healthy Hearts Fair: This inaugural event will take place on February 24 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the TCC Lobby. Have the
opportunity to learn about healthy choices, AED operation, CPR training and emergency response! Try out the TCC’s Keiser Spin Bikes during The Spin Your Heart Out Marathon. This fair also includes the Happy Hearts Pro-D toonie swim, with all attractions open. Last of all, don’t forget
to dress red during this Healthy Hearts Fair! In conjunction with the 25th Anniversary of the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Tour, take part of some of the following Heart Month activities: Skaters in Motion: On February 25, skate some laps at Brock
Arena in celebration of the Man in Motion Tour. Many in Motion: This challenge, which is ongoing until March 29, is to collectively walk, run or roll 12,000 kilometers. Tracking sheets are posted at TCC. Visit www.tournamentcapital.com for a complete schedule of events.
Hub helps children Hub International Barton Insurance (Hub) completed their year long fundraising for the Children’s Therapy Family Resource Centre and presented a cheque for $3,017.50 on February 6. (L-R) Ron Douglas, vice president of sales for Hub; Mary-Ellen Everatt, executive director of the Children’s Therapy Family Resource Centre; Rickie Armstrong, fundraising coordinator for Hub and Rob Robertson, vice president of operations for Hub.
Spread a little magic for the Phoenix Centre
Join the Phoenix Centre on February 11 at their Tent Event to support the replacement of the Phoenix Centre’s 30+ year old heating/cooling system by spring 2012. If the system were to fail, the 20 bed inpatient detox facility would be forced to close so time is of the essence. Phoenix Centre representatives will stay overnight in the Aberdeen Mall parking lot in a tent. Hotdogs and beverages will be sold to support the cause and Estry the Illusionist will perform from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in return for donations to Phoenix Centre. In addition, on Valentine’s Day you can truly
open up your heart by purchasing a Magic-gram for your loved one. This is a magical illusion crafted especially for your Valentine and performed by Estry the Illusionist at a location of your choice. All proceeds from the sales of Magic-grams on February 14 will be donated to Phoenix Centre to support the Turn Up the Heat Campaign. To book a Magic-gram call the Phoenix Centre at 250-3744634 ext 203. Estry will also perform her magic for a donation to Phoenix Centre every Saturday for the month of February from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Aberdeen Mall. For more information go online to www.phoenixcentre.org.
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Gordie Howe visits kamloops The Kamloops Blazers had hockey legend Gordie Howe in attendance on February 1 when the Blazers hosted the Spokane Chiefs. Mr. Hockey was part of a ceremonial puck drop prior to the game. A select number of fans had the opportunity to meet Gordie and have their photo taken with the hockey legend. Some season ticket holders also had the chance to spend the game in the Kamloops Blazers suite with Gordie!
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Art Gallery looking for youth council The Kamloops Art gallery is asking teens and youth to tell us what they want to do at the gallery. The gallery would like to collaborate with local teens and youth to create and develop programming that is reflective of the passions, interests, issues and events that effect and engage the youth community. They are calling all interested youth (ages 13 to
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No shadow here! An early spring is in the works according to the Echo’s “groundhog” seen here poking his nose out the office window on February 2. Thankfully Joe didn’t see his shadow. In other parts of the country this Groundhog Day; Ontario’s Wiarton Willie and Nova Scotia’s Shubenacadie Sam predicted an early spring, while Alberta’s Balzac Billy and Quebec’s Fred la Marmotte called for more winter.
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Celebrating the cold: A little walk for a big problem The coldest night of 2012 may not actually be February 25th, but for the anticipated 3000 people participating in the second annual “Coldest Night of the Year” walk-a-thon, they hope it’s pretty close. The Coldest Night of the Year (the WALK), is a five and ten km fundraising walk that supports select partner charities that serve the hungry, homeless and hurting in 18 cities across Canada. The WALK is held on Saturday, February 25th
and provides walkers the opportunity to experience a hint of the challenge faced by those experiencing homelessness by walking for a few hours during a cold Canadian winter’s night. In each host city, a local charity that is well-known for their work with those experiencing homelessness partners with the WALK to run the event and raise much needed money for their work. In Kamloops, the New Life Mission is the select
partner. Executive Director Kelly Row says the proceeds from the walk will help the New Life Mission cover the extra meal costs they have incurred over the last year. “We served over 6,700 extra meals in 2011 so we are hoping the community will come together to help us meet the needs of those who are struggling with homelessness and poverty.” Said Kelly. In 2011, the pilot year for the WALK, 406 participants collectively raised
over $110,000, but in 2012, National Campaign organizer Brian Carney expects much more. The Coldest Night of the Year begins with registration at 4:00pm and participants will be released around 5:00pm. The event concludes with a warm, light snack to celebrate the effort of all walkers and volunteers. For more information or to register to walk or volunteer, please refer to www.brrrrr.org or www. coldestnightoftheyear.org.
SPCA asks you to lend a hand to help a paw
The Kamloops Branch of the BCSPCA is looking for volunteers for the local Community Council Every year, the BCSPCA cares for almost 37,000 homeless, abused and abandoned animals across B.C. “Community Councils are a special group of dedicated volunteers who address the ‘big picture’ of animal welfare in our community,” says Charleen Holloway, branch manager of the Kamloops Branch of the BCSPCA. “We are looking for new members who can bring their skills and talents to our local branch.” Community Council members make a lasting difference in the lives of animals in Kamloops by: building community support and interest in animal welfare issues; helping to develop financial and other crucial resources for the care and successful adoption of needy animals; acting as an ambassador for the BCSPCA in the community; and ensuring that the community is wellrepresented at the regional and provincial levels of the Society’s governance structure. “As a valued Community Council member, you can
play a crucial role in the future success of the BCSPCA, and also in the lives of the many animals that need our help every day,” Charleen Holloway notes. “We are looking for people who can fundraise and provide advocacy on behalf of the animals of Kamloops. We also need people to help with volunteer development and education within our branch, as well as with humane education in the community. There are so many opportunities to work for the animals, and there are many roles that don’t involve day-to-day contact with the animals. I know some people feel unable to volunteer with the animals directly, and this is how those people can help the animals in another, equally valuable way.” If you would like more information about this topic or to schedule an interview, call Charleen Holloway, Branch Manager, at 250-376-7722, or email her at cholloway@spca.bc.ca. You can also contact Lindsay Curry, former chair of the Community Council and prospective member for 2012-2013, at 250-571-4419, or email her at dannancurry@gmail.com.
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Dynamic Massage Works for you! If you close your eyes and concentrate, you can almost feel the stress and pressure that all of the muscles in your body are constantly under. It’s as if they are little army men on guard waiting for orders from the general who just happens to be your brain. It’s not too often that your muscles get to fully release and lose that tension, but when they do, it sure is re-energizing and good for both the body and soul. Just ask anyone who has gone to see Brittanya Beddington at Dynamic Massage Works here in Kamloops. Brittanya found massage through an interesting path. She started on horses! “I had just finished a two year Equine Sport Therapy Certificate at the BC College of Equine Therapy,� she explains. “I was excited about all the possibilities open to me but my heart was set on travel. When I returned home a new person, my mind was open to possibilities and the career that jumped into my head was massage. I had worked on horses in many parts of the world now, and always found that the same issues would reoccur over and over and over again unless the rider had been worked on. Often when I checked the rider as well as the horse I found similar issues. I believe that horse and rider pass these issues back and
forth and therefore treating just one or the other does not stop the cycle. So, I decided to pursue human massage! And now here I am. I love my career and I love helping people and their beloved partners deal with their injuries and chronic aches and pains in a non-invasive way!� However, she found this path worked for her. Her technique is unlike any I have ever encountered, it is intuitive, relaxing and leaves you feeling like your entire energy store has been completely recharged. She does many different types of massage including holistic massage using deep tissue, fascial release, trigger point release, and relaxation techniques, aromatherapy, stone therapy massage and a new meditation massage. Right now she has an exciting Valentine’s Day specials on both the hot stone massage and aromatherapy massage for the loved one in your life, who will upon finishing the appointment, love you forever! Brittanya and Dynamic Massage Works can be found at 280 West Victoria Street in Audra’s #/+ &EB INDD Image and Wellness Day Spa. She can also be reached by phone at 250-320-0475 or via email at info@dynamicmassageworks.com. Tanya Orozco, freelance
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On February 6, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II marked the 60th anniversary of her accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada, an occasion marked only once before by her great-great grandmother, Queen Victoria in 1887. To celebrate Her Majesty’s 60 years of selfless service and devotion to duty, outstanding Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life will be recognized with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. “These medals provide an opportunity to honour exceptional Canadians for their contributions to their fellow citizens, to our communities and our country,� says Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops, Thompson, Cariboo. “I have been invited by the Governor General to become a partner in this program by nominating 30 eligible candidates to receive this national honour from our constituency. I invite all constituents to contact
my office to recommend potential candidates for the medal.� To be eligible for this honour, a person must: be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, but need not necessarily reside in Canada; have made a significant contribution to a particular province, territory, region or community within Canada, or an achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada; and been alive on February 6, 2012, the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne. The medal can be awarded posthumously, as long as the recipient was alive on that date. To nominate an individual for this honour, call 250-851-4991 or email cathy.mcleod.c1@parl. g.ca. All forms must be submitted by September 1, 2012, in order for an independent panel to access the nominations. The presentation of the jubilee medals will take place in January 2013 in Kamloops.
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warning! This publication is not suitable, and not intended, for children and those with a weak sense of humour. If you meet these requirements, stop reading immediately and secure your parents permission. In fact stop and call your parents anyway. Thank them for bringing you into the world. Thank them for raising you. How long has it been since you told Mom you loved her? Too long, I bet. Go ahead, call her now.
The first time is the sweetest
A girl asks her boyfriend to come over Friday night and have dinner with her parents. Since this is such a big event, the girl announces to her boyfriend that after dinner, she would like to go out and make love for the first time. Well, the boy is ecstatic, but he was intimately inexperienced, so he takes a trip to the pharmacist to get some condoms. He tells the pharmacist it’s his first time and the pharmacist helps the boy for about an hour. He tells the boy everything there is to know about condoms and sex. At the register, the pharmacist asks the boy how many condoms he’d like to buy, a three-pack, ten-pack, or family pack. The boy insists on the family pack because he thinks he will be rather busy, it being his first time and all. That night, the boy shows up at the girl’s parents’ house and meets his girlfriend at the door. “Oh, I’m so excited for you to meet my parents, come on in!” The boy goes inside and is taken to the dinner table where the girl’s parents are seated. The boy quickly offers to say grace and bows his head. A minute passes, and the boy is still deep in prayer, with his head down. 10 minutes pass, and still no movement from the boy. Finally, after 20 minutes
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with his head down, the girlfriend leans over and whispers to the boyfriend, “I had no idea you were this religious.” The boy turns, and whispers back, “I had no idea your father was a pharmacist.”
Dating hints for men
There are lots of ways to ruin a date. Here are a few things NOT to say on a date... 1. I really don’t like this restaurant that much, but I wanted to use this two-for-one coupon before it expired. 2. I refuse to get cable. That’s how they keep tabs on you. 3. I used to come here all the time with my ex-girlfriend. 4. Could you excuse me? My cat gets lonely if he doesn’t hear my voice on the answering machine every hour. 5. I really feel that I’ve grown in the past few years. Used to be I wouldn’t have given someone like you a second look. 6. It’s been tough, but I’ve come to accept that most people I date just won’t be as smart as I am.
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Drumming up business
A guy walks into a post office one day to see a middle-aged, balding man standing at the counter methodically placing “Love” stamps on bright pink envelopes with hearts all over them. He then takes out a perfume bottle and starts spraying scent all over them. His curiosity getting the better of him, he goes up to the balding man and asks him what he is doing. The man says, “I’m sending out one thousand Valentine cards signed, ‘Guess who?’” “But why?” asks the man. “I’m a divorce lawyer,” the man replies.
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Check out a living book at the human library The Living Human Library, a mobile library with opportunites to speak informally with “people on loan”, has had to reschedule from Monday, Feb. 27 to Wednesday, Feb. 29 from 7-9pm at the Smorgasboard Deli, 225 7th Ave. FMI visit lookkamloops. ca/living_human_library.htm
n Toastmasters Open House on Feb. 9 from 7 to 9pm at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour St. Find out what each club in Kamloops offers! Refreshments and door prizes. FMI call Sandy at 250-4346353 or Jen at 250-372-5572. n The Goods - Feb. 10-11 at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Tickets at the door. n Can-Ital Ladies Society Valentine Dinner and Dance on Feb. 11 at 6:30pm, Colombo Lodge. Tickets at the Hair Specialists, 172 Tranquille Rd. FMI call Marina 250-374-4914. n Level II Track And Field Officials’ Workshop at TCC, 910 McGill Rd. on Feb. 12 from 10am to 3pm with instructors: Cliff Weathermon and Bob Cowden. FMI or to register contact Alwilda van Ryswyk at alvan50@shaw.ca or call 250-372-9640. n Dashi Class - Learn to make miso soup and Japanese sauces on Feb. 13 at Sanbiki Japanese Restaurant, 120-5th Ave. FMI contact 250-377-8857. n Pema Chodron’s Latest Teachings “Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change” on Feb. 15, 7pm at Shambhala Meditation Group of Kamloops, 433b Lansdowne St. (above Frankly Coffee) FMI: www.kamloops.shambhala.org or Liz 250376-4224.
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n The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. 250-828-7998. Feb. 17, Nicole Byblow and Chris Ho at 8pm. n “Get Your Heart On” Burlesque Show at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. on Feb. 9. Doors at 8pm. For 19+. FMI or interested in performing: visit facebook.com/kamloopsburlesque. n Valentine Luncheon for Royal Inland Hospital Retirees on Feb. 10 from 11:30am to 1pm at ABC Country Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Way, RSVP is required by Feb. 6. Call Marnie at 250-828-2724.
n Steve Palmer, folk singer and guitarist, at Kamloops United Church on Feb.15 at 7pm. Tickets available from choir members of Kamloops United Church, St. George’s Anglican and St Paul’s Cathedral, or the office at Kamloops United Church. FMI Margaret Jones 778-470-2188. n 2nd Annual KAC Juried Art Show and Sale on Feb. 18 to 26 from 10am to 5pm daily. Opening night: Feb.17, 6pm to 8pm at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 Seymour St. West.
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n Wink Breakfast on Feb. 21 from 7:30 to 8:30am at Cafe Arianna, 272 Lansdowne St. FMI 250-374-2670. n Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser for the New Life Mission. Five and ten km walk on Feb. 25. FMI call 250-372-9898 or register at www.coldestnightoftheyear.org. n Zumba Big Bash every Sat. at Cactus Jacks, 130-5th Ave. from 7-8pm. Jan. special: bring a friend and get in free! FMI or tickets contact Shay at 250-852-0564 or shalen@shiftenterprises.ca n Out of the Cold homeless shelter volunteers needed. If interested in helping out on this worthy cause call Maybelle at 250-376-4161. n The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (Sept to May) from 7-9pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. FMI 250-579-2078. n Healing Hearts Fundraiser for Kamloops RCMP Victim Services with special guests on March 3 beginning at 6pm at Kamloops Convention Centre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets at Ora Restaurant, The Noble Pig and Rockin’ Firkin. www.kamloopsconventioncentre.ca. n Annual March Kids Camp at the BC Wildlife Park from March 19-23. Camp will be focusing on BC’s Ecosystems. FMI and registration contact 250-573-3242 ext.226 or 259. www.bczoo.org n CMHA Youth Clubhouse for youth aged 13-18 at 857 Seymour St. Mondays to Fridays from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Fun activities, exciting nights out, movies and more. FMI call 250-374-0440.
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AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Avoid conflicts with in-laws or other family members. Don’t push your mate if you want to keep this union going. You need some excitement in your life, and meeting new people in exotic destinations will certainly satisfy your desires. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Stay calm and focus on things that will help you understand the situation better. Get help setting up a reasonable budget. Look into ways of making extra cash. It might be time for you to take a quantum leap from one career to another. You will be emotional about money matters. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Changes will not be easy for the youngsters involved. Your boss may not be in the best of moods this week. Beware of colleagues who don’t have your best interests in mind. You may be fortunate while traveling. TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Large organizations may try to talk you out of your hard-earned cash. Take time to catch up on gossip and make plans to do a little adventure travel. Travel should be on your agenda. Don’t forget that your budget is limited right now. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You will need to work diligently in order to accomplish even the smallest amount. Don’t overdo it. You need to enjoy yourself. Ignore colleagues who appear to be going in circles. Unpleasant situations concerning family members will be unnerving. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Brunch, a long walk, or a quiet dinner will secure your position in the relationship. Your partner may be erratic this week if you haven’t paid enough attention to him or her. Weigh the pros and cons and make a decision that will change you’re living conditions. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You can win points if you present your ideas this week. Make plans to meet again in the near future. Opportunities to get ahead will be evident. Take a look at your direction in life. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) It’s time to reconnect with some of the people you used to know. Try to make your lover understand that you need to do things with your friends. Opportunities to get ahead are evident. You’ve been a little down and you need a lift. LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) The personal problems you may be having are interfering with your productivity. You will be able to dazzle others with your obvious charm and your outgoing nature. You will have to control the way you feel. This is not the time to lend or borrow money. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Get involved in activities that will bring you knowledge about foreign land, philosophies, or cultures. Travel opportunities should be your first choice. Try not to spend too much on children or entertainment. Don’t divulge secret information. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Your boss won’t be too thrilled if you leave things unfinished. Travel for business will be advantageous. Don’t reveal any personal details. Don’t fall for damaging rumors, and refuse to get involved in gossip. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Spend some quality time with your lover. It’s time to get yourself back on track. You’re in the mood to do things such as competitive sports, or perhaps a night on the town. You can receive recognition for the work you’ve done. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com k
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